Eid Al Etihad · 1–3 December 2026: 4-hour National Day yacht packagesAbu Dhabi
October 6, 2026

What to Wear & Bring on a Yacht Trip in Dubai (Checklist)

A simple checklist of what to wear and bring on a private yacht trip in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, so you can relax and enjoy the day.

You have booked your yacht – now what do you pack? A private yacht trip is easy and relaxed, but a few small things make a big difference. Use this checklist before you leave home.

1. The one thing you cannot forget: ID

Every guest needs an original passport or Emirates ID to board. Copies and photos on your phone are usually not accepted. Make sure every guest in your group knows this before the day.

2. What to wear

  • Light, comfortable clothes – it is warm in the UAE for most of the year.
  • Flat shoes or sandals with a soft sole. High heels are not a good idea on a boat deck, and many yachts ask guests to go barefoot on board.
  • Swimwear under your clothes if you want to swim when conditions allow.
  • A light jacket or hoodie for evening and winter trips – it gets windy at sea.

3. Sun protection

  • Sunscreen (apply before you board).
  • Sunglasses and a hat or cap.
  • A refillable water bottle – stay hydrated, especially in summer.

4. For swimming

  • A towel and a change of clothes.
  • A small bag for wet things.
  • Remember: swimming stops depend on the weather and the area, and the captain decides on the day.

5. Fun extras

  • Your playlist – our yachts have a sound system.
  • A power bank – you will take more photos and videos than you think.
  • Snacks and a cake for a celebration. For birthdays, ask us on WhatsApp about our birthday packages, cake and decoration.

6. If you get seasick

Most trips in the UAE are on calm water, but if you are sensitive, eat something light before the trip and stay on deck looking at the horizon. You can also take seasickness tablets before boarding.

7. Timing

Arrive 15 minutes before your start time. Your trip time is reserved for your group, so arriving late means less time on the water.

Quick checklist

  • ☐ Original passport or Emirates ID for every guest
  • ☐ Flat shoes or sandals
  • ☐ Swimwear, towel, change of clothes
  • ☐ Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat
  • ☐ Water bottle
  • ☐ Light jacket for the evening
  • ☐ Playlist and power bank

Haven’t booked yet? See our Dubai yachts and Abu Dhabi yachts and houseboats, or message us on WhatsApp.

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